What is the Japanese Language Proficiency Test?

The JLPT is an internationally recognised qualification for non-native speakers, sponsored by the Japan Foundation. In the UK the test is administered by SOAS Language Centre, University of London, on behalf of the Japan Foundation. Please visit the official JLPT website by Japan Foundation for general information.

JLPT Online Application

The application will be closed whenever we have the maximum number of applicants.

Before you submit the application, please read the below carefully;

- Please make a fee-payment via links which will appear when you submit the application. Your registration is NOT complete until you make the fee payment.

- Once you complete the application, you cannot change your level. Please be sure about your level when you apply.

- Due to our regulation, cancellation and postponement are NOT possible, and the fee is NOT refundable under any circumstances. Please well confirm your schedule before submitting the application.

To applicants who require special arrangements;

- We can provide special arrangements for applicants with certain conditions.

- Our special arrangements include private test rooms, extension of test time and any other assistance if required.

- In order to request special arrangements, please contact us (jlpt@soas.ac.uk) after you submit the application.

- Deadline of spacial-arrange-request is 31st March. Please be careful as this deadline might be earlier than the closure of general application for the exam.

Fees and Payment

Please make your payment via the online link which will appear once you submit your online application.The test fee is £85 for all levels.No refund will be available under any circumstances once your payment has been accepted unless cancellation is made by the Japan Foundation or SOAS. Read the Test Guide (download from the section below) for the terms and conditions of the JLPT exam.After completing online application those applicants who need special arrangements for the test day should contact the JLPT Office jlpt@soas.ac.uk to request a special application form.